Resources

Transition to College for Students with Disabilities

A group of college service providers in Western New York has updated a document titled "Effective College Planning" for students with disabilities. An assistive technology guide is also available for download. Check out this website.

Office of Civil Rights

On this website, the Office of Civil Rights (U.S. Department of Education) provides information, which explains the rights responsibilities of students with disabilities who are preparing to attend post-secondary education.

Accommodations

Many students with disabilities entering college have not experimented with various types of academic accommodations beyond testing modifications. The Job Accommodations Network is a wonderful resource to tap into for ideas on how various types of limitations (e.g., writing, reading, math, concentration, memory, time management) can be accommodated. Check out the website for additional information.

Assistive Technology

The Center for Assistive Technology is located at the University at Buffalo and provides assistive technology assessment and training services for college and career-oriented individuals with disabilities on a fee-for-service basis. Contact CAT at 716.829.3441; 515 Kimball Hall Tower, Buffalo NY 14207, or on the Web.

ACCES-VR is an office of New York State Education Department. ACCES-VR's vocational rehabilitation services program can help students with disabilities decide on career goals and get help to prepare for a job. To find a local office, check out the website or call the local Buffalo office at 716.847.3294 or the Albany Office at 518.473.8097.

ACCES-VR also has a transition website, which describes the transition for secondary students with disabilities to help students prepare for post-school employment, community living, and post-secondary education.